Cheeseburger Egg Rolls Recipe

Cheeseburger Egg Rolls combine two of the most popular comfort foods to make a deliciously crunchy and cheesy appetizer or scrumptious snack. You could even have it as a meal with a side of rice or noodles. In each eggroll, you get cheesy goodness and seasoned hamburger meat with pickles, so it tastes like a cheeseburger wrapped in a wonton. 

These cheeseburger egg rolls would go great with One Pan Hunan Chicken made with oyster sauce, zucchini, and boneless chicken. Another dish that would be perfect with egg rolls is meatloaf. Try our Best Crockpot Meatloaf recipe made with sweet chili sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. 

Wondering why they are called egg rolls? According to experts, a dish called Dan Gun in a Chinese American cookbook was made with veggies and meat wrapped in egg. And Dan Gun actually translates to egg roll. But there is no egg in the egg roll recipe unless you count the egg wash you use to seal the rolls. 

Make cheeseburger egg rolls tonight for dinner for something different. Make it an Asian night with fried rice, crab rangoon, and your other favorite Asian dishes.

If you have ever been to Cheesecake Factory or Disney World, you may have seen all their cheeseburger egg rolls stacked up and ready to sell. They are popular for a reason, but you can make your own just as delicious!

The homemade version is delicious, and you can make it in under one hour. The filling is hearty and cheesy, and the rolls are cooked to crispy golden-brown perfection and served with thousand island dipping sauce.

For a different way to enjoy a cheeseburger, try our bacon cheeseburger sloppy joes made with crispy bacon, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Looking for something different? Our keto arugula salmon roll is outstanding with smoked salmon, cream cheese, pine nuts, and arugula.

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Ingredients needed:

To make these delicious cheeseburger egg rolls, all you need is the ingredients listed below. Then, when you are ready to begin cooking, scroll down to our recipe card at the bottom of the page for the measurements and directions. 

• Ground beef: Use lean ground beef for the best results. 
• Medium yellow onion: Finely minced.
• Diced pickles: We used dill pickles.
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Egg roll wrappers: Or spring roll wrappers. 
• Minced garlic cloves
• Worcestershire sauce
• Yellow mustard
• Egg white
• Kosher salt
• Fresh cracked black pepper
• Vegetable oil for cooking
• Olive oil for frying

How to make cheeseburger egg rolls from scratch?

1. Preheat: First, preheat a deep frying pan over medium heat, add one tablespoon of vegetable oil, and saute the minced onions until they are translucent.
2. Cook the meat: Next, add ground beef to the pan and break it up as much as you can before seasoning it with salt and pepper. Cover it and cook until the meat starts to brown.
3. Make the cheeseburger egg roll filling: Then, stir the meat mixture to keep breaking it up as it cooks, stirring in Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and garlic. Drain the grease and transfer the cooked meat into a bowl. 
4. Add cheese and pickles: After, add cheese and mix until the cheese is melted and mixed together thoroughly before stirring in the pickles. 
5. Preheat oil: Now, preheat the oil to 350 degrees F while you roll the egg rolls.
6. Make egg rolls: First, whisk the egg whites in a small bowl and put it next to you. 
7. Fill the egg rolls wrappers: Then, put one egg roll wrapper on a flat surface covered with parchment paper spritzed with cooking spray and spoon two tablespoons of the cheeseburger egg roll filling in a line leaving one inch on each end. 
8. Roll them up: Next, carefully take the corner that is closest to you and gently fold it over the mixture, tucking it under the filling. Fold the side corners toward the center of the roll so it looks like an open envelope. Spread some of the egg whites along the edges and tightly roll up the wrapper to seal it. Continue until all the egg rolls are done. 
9. Fry egg rolls: Last, fry the egg rolls in batches until they are golden brown, ensuring they do not crowd each other. Turn over and let the other side brown before removing and placing them on a baking sheet covered in paper towels. 
10. Serve: Finally, when all the cheeseburger egg rolls are done, serve them with thousand island dressing. 

How to make air fryer cheeseburger egg rolls from scratch?

1. Cook the onions: To begin, add a tablespoon of cooking oil and your minced onions in a medium skillet. Saute over medium heat until the onions are translucent. 
2. Brown the beef: Next, break up the ground beef in the pan before seasoning it with salt and pepper. Continue to cook while covered until it starts to brown. 
3. Finish cooking the meat: Continue to stir as you break it up and stir in the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. After the meat is fully cooked, drain the juices and oil and put the meat into a mixing bowl. 
4. Mix up the filling: Now, add cheese and mix until it is all incorporated and melted before adding chopped pickles. 
5. Air frying: After, preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F. 
6. Rolling the egg roll: In the meantime, whisk the egg white in a small bowl and spread an egg roll wrapper in front of you on a flat surface covered with parchment paper.
7. Add the filling: Add two tablespoons full of cheeseburger filling and spread it into a short line. Leave about one inch on each side to fold the ends over. 
8. Seal the egg roll: Next, tuck the bottom corner of the egg roll wrapper under the meat firmly and then fold both ends in to make an open envelope. Spread egg whites onto the edges before rolling up all the way to keep it sealed. 
9. Fry air fryer egg rolls: Then, place several egg rolls into the air fryer basket, seam side down. Close and cook for five minutes, flipping halfway. Both sides should be golden brown and crispy when they are done. 
10. Cook in batches: Finally, remove the finished egg rolls and put them on a paper towel to soak up the excess oil while you finish cooking the remaining egg rolls. 
11. Serve air fryer cheeseburger egg rolls: When they are all finished, serve with thousand island dressing or your favorite dipping sauce. 

How to serve:

You can make these easy cheeseburger egg rolls in minutes with just a handful of ingredients. Serve them for dinner with side dishes or an appetizer cuisine with your favorite dipping sauce. Try one of our serving ideas here or share one of your own below in the comments section. 

• These are delicious dipped in sweet and sour sauce or whatever kind of sauce you like. You could also try our tangy orange sauce recipe. 
• Top these with ketchup for a real cheeseburger flavor. 
• If you love McDonald’s Big Mac, try dipping your egg rolls in our copycat McDonald’s Big Mac sauce.
• Spicy food lovers will enjoy dipping these in hot sauce. 
• For a full Asian meal, serve these cheeseburger egg rolls with egg fried rice, crab rangoon, and Chinese hot and sour soup. 
• These egg rolls also go great with side dishes like soba noodles or creamy coconut rice.
• You could also wrap these up and put them in your kids’ lunch for a nice surprise.

Frequently asked questions

Is it healthier to air fry these egg rolls?

Yes, of course, air-fried egg rolls are healthier than deep frying because you do not have to use any oil to make them. This reduces the saturated fat and overall calorie count. However, the egg roll wrapper may not be as crispy using the air fryer method. If you want crispier skin, place them in the broiler for a few minutes before serving. 

What is the difference between spring roll wrappers and egg roll wrappers?

The spring roll wrappers are thinner than the egg roll wrappers. Because of this, you may notice that your spring rolls are extra crispy while the egg rolls are a bit chewier with more substance. Either way, they both work. However, spring roll wrappers are more delicate so you have to be careful. 

What are some good dipping sauces for these cheeseburger egg rolls?

You could just go with the obvious ketchup or mustard sauce or something a little different like ranch dipping sauce. Yum yum sauce is also a delicious dip for these. Other sauces that would work well with your cheeseburger egg rolls are teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, Szechuan sauce, or General Tso sauce. 

What are the nutrition facts in this recipe?

Each cheeseburger egg roll has 450 calories, 44 carbs, and 27 grams of fat with 10 grams of saturated fat, 2 grams of trans fat, 12 grams of monounsaturated fat, and 3 grams of polyunsaturated fat. It also has 80 milligrams of cholesterol, 659 milligrams of sodium, and 2 grams of sugar. But you also get 26 grams of protein, 4 milligrams of iron, 2 grams of fiber, 193 milligrams of calcium, and 246 units of vitamin A.

How to store leftovers:

• Store: You can store your leftover cheeseburger eggrolls in the fridge wrapped in plastic and placed in an airtight container for up to five days. 
• Freeze: If you want to freeze them, wrap them in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag. They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 90 days.
• Thaw: For the best results, thaw your leftovers in the fridge overnight. 
• Reheat: You can reheat one or two egg rolls in the microwave for 45 to 60 seconds depending on the size of your egg rolls and the wattage of your microwave. You could also reheat them in the air fryer for two to three minutes. 

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